Edward C. Linsenmeyer

Edward C. Linsenmeyer of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away on December 12, 2025.

Known to many as Ed, and affectionately as "Puff" to those who loved him best, he is survived by his wife of 26 years, Trudy Heath, his daughters, Lauren Scribner (Josh) and Kristen Hill (Kevin); and his beloved grandchildren Kalani Dempsey, Gavin Scribner, Olivia Scribner, Jackson Henne, Carson Hill, and Clark Hill. He is also survived by his sister, Charlotte Lou Stemen of California; his nephews Billy, Bobby, and Brian Stemen; and his cousin, Bessie Bohannon of Milton, Florida. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, William ("Bill") Linsenmeyer and Mildred ("Millie") Linsenmeyer.

Ed was born on February 21, 1944, in Washington, D.C. He grew up in Arlington, Virginia, and proudly graduated from Washington and Lee High School.

Ed was an avid reader and a lifelong learner who found real joy in sharing knowledge and encouragement-especially with his grandchildren. He was the grandfather who sat down to help with science projects, cheering at dance recitals, attending basketball and baseballs games, and attending the Princess Ball each year.

Education remained central to Ed's identity throughout his life. He earned a degree in Physics from the Illinois Institute of Technology, continued at the University of Florida where he received a master's degree in Quantum Physics, and later pursued doctoral studies at Penn State-an academic path that mirrored his steady curiosity and intellectual discipline.

Ed devoted 37 years to the Department of Defense as a federal civilian employee, based at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division, where he served as a physicist supporting mission-focused research and applied science. Over the course of his career, he also became known for strengthening collaboration across organizations and helping connect innovation with practical use through technology transfer. He retired around 2015–2016, concluding a career marked by integrity, professionalism, and service.

Ed's leadership extended well beyond his home base through his long-standing commitment to the Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC). He served in multiple leadership capacities, including service on the Executive Board and two terms as Chair (2003–2007). Over more than 15 years of volunteer service, he helped strengthen programs and connections across the federal laboratory community and was honored with the Harold Metcalf Service Award (2008) and recognition as Representative of the Year (2009).

In retirement, Ed continued doing what came naturally: encouraging learning and giving back. He volunteered at the Science and Discovery Center, helping with hands-on STEM experiments for children during summer programs-patiently guiding young minds as they explored, tested, and discovered.

A memorial service will be held at Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 2403 Harrison Avenue, on January 9, 2026 at 2:00 P.M.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the funeral home on Saturday.

Services in care of Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home